Factors Associated with Disclosure of Intimate Partner Violence among Women in Lagos, Nigeria
Author Information
Author(s): Okenwa Leah, Lawoko Stephen, Jansson Bjarne
Primary Institution: Karolinska Institutet, Department of Public Health Sciences
Hypothesis
What factors influence women's willingness to disclose intimate partner violence (IPV) in Lagos, Nigeria?
Conclusion
The study found that many women in Lagos are unwilling to disclose IPV, with family being the preferred confidant over institutions.
Supporting Evidence
- 54% of women reported they would not disclose IPV.
- 68% of those willing to disclose would tell family or close friends.
- Factors like ethnicity and alcohol use influenced willingness to disclose.
Takeaway
Most women in Lagos, Nigeria, don't want to talk about abuse they face, and if they do, they prefer to tell family instead of going to the police.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study was conducted with 911 women visiting a reproductive health facility, using a questionnaire analyzed through multivariate analysis.
Potential Biases
Self-selection bias may exist as only women willing to participate were included.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits causal interpretations, and the sample may not represent all ethnic communities in Nigeria.
Participant Demographics
Women aged 15-49 years visiting a reproductive health facility.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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